Inside dV-Trainer™

Comprehensive training modules

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NEW: dV-Trainer now comes with a basic suturing and knot tying module

Mimic’s dV-Trainer™ provides more exercises than any other robotic simulator. The extensive training content is suitable for residents, fellows and novice robotic surgeons, as well as more accomplished practitioners who may have a limited robotic caseload and wish to stay current on robotic technique.

 

da Vinci® OVERVIEW AND BASIC SKILLS TRAINING

  • Surgeon Console Overview—Review basic da Vinci® functionality, covering topics such as icons, ergonomics and da Vinci® settings
  • EndoWrist® Manipulation—Develop EndoWrist® dexterity when working with as many as three common da Vinci® instruments
  • Camera & Clutching—Improve camera control and learn to use the clutch effectively; train while using different motion scaling settings
  • Troubleshooting—Understand common da Vinci® error messages and determine how to react to them


ADVANCED SURGICAL SKILLS TRAINING

  • Needle Control & Needle Driving—Develop skill when manipulating needles, including the ability to hand-off and position needles for effective and accurate needle driving
  • NEW: Suturing & Knot Tying—Improve basic suturing and knot tying technique with a variety of geometries common to robotic surgery
  • Energy & Dissection—Learn to properly apply monopolar and bipolar energy; practice dissection and manage bleeding
  • Games—Enjoy competing with other surgeons while developing robotic surgical skills at the same time